Kawayan, Philippines
Zamboanga Peninsula · Philippines
Kawayan is a mid-size city in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines with a population of 39,484. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Kawayan
Kawayan, officially the Municipality of Kawayan, is a municipality in the province of Biliran, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 21,422 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 39,484 |
| Population Density | 100 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.5383°, 122.8725° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Zamboanga Peninsula |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 98.9 inches (2,512 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kawayan
Kawayan is a mid-size city in Philippines (Zamboanga Peninsula) with a population of 39,484. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 98.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Kawayan
Kawayan has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.7°C), the coldest is Jul (27.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 2191 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.6°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 393.9 sq mi (1,020.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 100/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.5383°N, 122.8725°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.0 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1978 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.0 m | - | 94 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (193 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 9.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 13.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 13.2 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 11.8 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 12.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 11.8 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 9.4 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 4.1 in |
Kawayan has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 80°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 98.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.4") and January the driest (2.7").
Schools in Kawayan
11 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sumilong Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Talaptap Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Talaptap Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gulayon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Leonardo Bulawin Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kawayan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kawayan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Upper Sumilong Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Concepcion Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lutiman Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lutiman National High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kawayan
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWR Zamboanga Peninsula | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Kawayan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imelda Public Market | |||||
| Public Market - Dry Goods Section | |||||
| Wet Market |
Airports Near Kawayan
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pagadian Airport | PAG | Medium Airport |
| Ipil Airport | IPE | Small Airport |
| Liloy Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malangas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Siocon Airport | XSO | Small Airport |
| Sirawai Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in Philippines
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What is the population of Kawayan?
Kawayan has a population of 39,484 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 100 people per square mile, spread across 393.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kawayan?
Kawayan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 98.9 inches.
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